Ministry of Coal renovates mine sites to promote tourism

Jan 02, 2023

As part of its efforts to boost tourism, the Ministry of Coal has converted suitable mine areas into eco-parks, sites for water sports, underground...

Thoothukudi water bodies see surge in bird-watching activity as Common Coots arrive

Jun 09, 2026

The presence of Common Coots in Thoothukudi's wetlands has become a major draw for bird watchers, serving as a positive indicator of the region's...

World Wetlands Day celebrated at all 75 Ramsar sites in India

Feb 06, 2023

The National Flag was hoisted at the Ramsar Sites. The wetland pledge was administered during these events. Over 50 activities were held with student...

WHO confirms five hantavirus cases on Atlantic cruise ship; warns risk to public remains "low"

May 08, 2026

The WHO has confirmed five hantavirus cases and three deaths aboard the Hondius cruise ship in the Atlantic. Linked to the Andes strain, the...

Himachal Pradesh: CM Sukhu directs forest dept to ensure safety of migratory birds at Pong Dam in Kangra

Jan 19, 2025

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Sunday visited the Pong Dam in Kangra district for bird watching and toured the ancient temples...

Rare Arctic bird Sabine's Gull makes rare appearance in Nalsarova

May 31, 2025

The bird was observed in the open waters of the wetland by sanctuary staff and visiting bird watchers.